At the heart of his appeal is a lyrical honesty and devotion to his fans seldom found in today's mainstream musical landscape. And his fans love him for it. As testament to this artist-fan connection, out of 1,700 artists entered in the SSL/Eventful/Tunecore "Lay It Down And Mix It Up In The UK" Contest, Gavin took first place, winning by a margin of over 13,000 votes and more than doubling the number of votes cast for the second place finisher. Having won, Gavin traveled to Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios to begin work on his new studio album (due for release in 2013). Like his previous offerings, the album is sure to please fans and critics alike, showcasing his poignant lyrics, true musicianship, and further setting him apart from other artists in the piano singer-songwriter genre. Talented, down-to-earth, and with songs that touch the soul, Gavin is truly one to watch in 2013.
Story of My LIfe
Gavin Mikhail Lyrics
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I leave my heart open but it stays right here empty for days
She told me in the morning she don't feel the same about us in her bones
It seems to me that when I die these words will be written on my stone
And I'll be gone, gone tonight
The crown between by fade is open white
The way that I've been holding on too tight,
With nothing in between
I drive all night to keep her warm and time, is frozen
The story of my life, I give her home
I spend her love, until she's broke inside
The story of my life
Written on these walls are the colours that I can't change
I leave my heart open but it stays right here in it's cage
I know that in the morning, I'll see us in the live upon your ear
Although I am broken my heart is untamed still
And I'll be gone, gone tonight
The fire beneath my fade is burning bright
The way that I've been holding on so tight,
With nothing in between
The story of my life, I take her home
I drive all night to keep her warm and time, is frozen
The story of my life, I give her home
I spend her love, until she's broke inside
The story of my life
And I've been waiting for this time to come around
But baby running after you, is like chasing the clouds
The story of my life, I take her home
I drive all night to keep her warm and time, is frozen
The story of my life, I give her home
I spend her love, until she's broke inside
The story of my life
The story of my life
The story of my life
The story of my life
The story of my life
The story of my life
The lyrics of Gavin Mikhail's song "Story of My Life" convey the themes of love, heartbreak, and longing. The first stanza indicates that the singer has a lot of untold stories that he cannot explain, but he leaves his heart open, waiting for someone to fill the emptiness he feels. However, he is met with disappointment when the person he loves tells him that she doesn't feel the same way anymore. He believes that once he dies, his unspoken words will be inscribed in the walls and his epitaph. The chorus can be interpreted to mean that the singer is desperately holding onto a relationship that may have already ended, and feels like he's losing his mind because he can't let go.
In the second stanza, he talks about the colors on the walls that he can't change, symbolizing the memories that will always haunt him, and how his heart remains caged, unable to escape the pain. Although he knows that he's broken, his feelings are still alive and wild. In the bridge, the singer expresses how he's been waiting for this moment to be with his love, but he feels like he's chasing the clouds because the person he's chasing may not feel the same way.
Overall, the lyrics of "Story of My Life" are an emotional portrayal of a person who is struggling to come to terms with their emotions, and the pain of lost love that they cannot let go of. The song uses the metaphor of walls to represent the singer's life, which is full of hidden emotions that he cannot express. The song has a melancholic tone, depicting the raw emotions of grief and heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Written in these walls are the stories that I can't explain
The walls around me hold secrets that I cannot vocalize
I leave my heart open but it stays right here empty for days
I am open to love, but unfortunately, it is not reciprocated
She told me in the morning she don't feel the same about us in her bones
My partner expressed to me that her feelings for me have changed fundamentally
It seems to me that when I die these words will be written on my stone
These struggles and heartaches will most likely define my legacy
And I'll be gone, gone tonight
I will soon be absent, far away
The crown between by fade is open white
A blank space exists between where I was and where I am now
The way that I've been holding on too tight, with nothing in between
I have grasped onto love so fervently, yet we are without any connection between us
The story of my life, I take her home
This is the tale of how I lead my lover back to my house
I drive all night to keep her warm and time, is frozen
I travel a great distance to keep my partner comfortable and the moments appear to stand still
The story of my life, I give her home
This is the narrative of how I offer my partner safety and familiarity
I spend her love, until she's broke inside
I cherish her love until it has exhausted her
Written on these walls are the colours that I can't change
The walls bear witness to who I am, and I cannot alter that
I leave my heart open but it stays right here in it's cage
I seek love, yet it feels as if it is locked away from me
I know that in the morning, I'll see us in the live upon your ear
I will recognize our struggles in the light of day
Although I am broken my heart is untamed still
Despite my emotional damage, my heart runs wild with unrestrained passion
The fire beneath my fade is burning bright
The intense blaze that underlies my emotions is unrelenting
And I've been waiting for this time to come around
I have been eager for this moment to arrive
But baby running after you, is like chasing the clouds
Pursuing you feels like chasing something intangible and uncatchable
The story of my life
This is the narrative of everything that I am going through
Writer(s): Jamie Scott, Julian C. Bunetta, Jamie Scott Baylin, Henry Styles, Liam James Payne, Louis Tomlinson, John Henry Ryan, Niall Horan, Zain Javadd Malik
Contributed by Carter M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.